We only stayed one night here at the end of our holiday, but it was beautifully kept, with lovely views and a great location. I wish we could have spent longer exploring the region, but this provided a wonderful taster of Hadrian’s Wall country. And speaking of taste, the breakfast was very good, with a large selection available.
The B&B itself was immaculate; I don't know how they kept everything so clean with hikers coming and going, but the rooms and public areas were pristine. The lounge was a perfect place to get information about the area, and contains a DVD library and TV: I imagine it would be a lovely retreat if the weather turns rough (we were also told you could take DVDs back to your room).
The room we were in (Brocolitia) was enormous: a giant king-size bed and a twin. The bathroom was also large, and I loved that they provided a range of towel sizes (a giant one for the body and a small one for wrapping hair after a shower – perfection!), and they also included face clothes.
The location is perfect for seeing the central bit of Hadrian’s Wall. Vindolanda and Chesters are nearby, as are the ruins of Housesteads (we had a beautiful climb there at sunrise) and the temple of Brocolitia. Slightly further a-field are the National Trust sites of Cragside and Wallington. Both are definitely worth a visit, and you could easily spend a day at each.
